Nebraska State Convention

I say Corn you say Husker! I
say Big you say Red!
Welcome to Lincoln, capital of Nebraska, home of the University of Nebraska, and the site of the 2008 Nebraska State Convention!
In case you didn't know, Nebraska is home to some of the nicest people in the world. From Ms. Johnson, state advisor, to all of my past state officer friends, and all of the great new friends in between, this state is full of great people. I arrived a few days early and had some time to catch up on work and with old friends. As a state officer, I had gotten to be good friends with the Nebraska team, and having kept in touch, I spent a few days taking in the sights of Lincoln. On Wednesday though, things got kicked off with the first session and concert! Someone should have told me to take some dancing lessons before coming, because these people know how to cut a rug! Thursday morning I had my first workshop- more than a hundred students packed in a room made for 50! But it was great, because we had a chance to really get to know one another, and hopefully better define who we are. In the afternoon I had a chance to be a part of the sponsors and awards recognition dinner. I am continually amazed at the high quality SAE programs of our members and the support they receive for their hard work. That night was the proficiency awards in Pershing Auditorium with more than 5,000 people! WOW! Everything ran like clockwork, I've never seen so many awards presented in such an efficient manner. Friday brought an end to my time in Nebraska, but I have many memories I am sure not to forget. Even though I'm headed to Indy, a small piece of me will always be in Lincoln.